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South African Economy Hit by Labor Unrest
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Growth of 2.5% for the second quarter in S. Africa, and expected growth of 2% in 2013, down from 2.5% in 2012. High unemployment at 25% and a 23% depreciation of the Rand against the dollar in 2013. The current account deficit is at 5.8% putting pressure on the Rand which is at 10.45 to the dollar in August 2013. Labor unrest at mines which make up about half of exports is hurting the economy. This has spread to other sectors. About 100,000 airport technicians and construction workers were on strike in August 2013 for wage increases at twice the annual inflation rate of 6.3%. Strikes are also taking place at Ford's auo plant.
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